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Lakehead

Physics (Thunder Bay)

OUAC AAK

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Waterloo

Physical Sciences (Regular/Co-op)

OUAC WPS

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Carleton

Science – Major (4 years)

OUAC CK

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording70%80–83%“Low 80s”74–76%
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMHF4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4UMHF4USBI4USPH4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • two of MCV4U, MDM4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SES4U, SPH4U
  • two of MDM4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SES4U, SPH4U
  • two of MCV4U, SCH4U, SES4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • 2 of MCV4U, MDM4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SES4U, SPH4U
  • Alternative Offers
  • If you do not meet the admission requirements for your program of choice but do meet Lakehead University's general admission requirements, you will automatically be considered for an alternate program.
  • English (ENG4U – min. 70%)
  • Advanced Functions (min. 70%)
  • Calculus and Vectors (min. 70%)
  • Any two of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Mathematics of
  • Data Management, or Physics
  • Biochemistry, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Neuroscience and Mental Health, and Physics.
  • MHF4U
  • 2 of MCV4U, SBI4U, SCH4U, SES4U or SPH4U
  • 3 best 4U/M courses
  • For all programs in Physics, SPH4U is strongly recommended.
  • +3 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableNo
Degree———
First-year intakewhere published—250—
What you studyBiological SciencesMathematicsOthers in Subjects Related to MedicinePhysicsAstronomyChemistryGeologyMaterials ScienceEnvironmental StudiesGeologyMolecular Biology, BiochemistryOthers in Physical Sciences
What it isPhysics is the study of how matter, energy, and forces work at every scale, from tiny particles to the whole universe. This program includes mathematics and some biology courses alongside core physics content. You'll have the option to do a paid work term as part of your degree, giving you real laboratory or industry experience alongside your studies.Physical Sciences is a broad first-year program where you study foundational chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology before choosing a specialization in second year. The co-op option means you alternate between study and paid work terms at companies or research labs, giving you real experience in your field. This program suits students who are strong in math and science but not yet certain which specific physical science direction — from astronomy to polymer chemistry — they want to pursue.A Science Major is a four-year degree where you study one science subject deeply — such as physics, biology, geology, or environmental science — along with complementary courses in math and other sciences. It differs from a specialized honours program in that you focus on breadth within your chosen field rather than pursuing a single narrow specialization. This program suits students who want solid grounding in a science discipline without committing to professional training like engineering or medicine.
The door tomajors you reach through itphysicschemistryearth sciencephysicsApplied to directly
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
SourceLakehead University on OUInfoUniversity of Waterloo on OUInfoCarleton University on OUInfo

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